The global trend toward smaller cars — driven by fuel prices and fears of even higher prices — could lead DaimlerChrysler to launch a Mercedes-Benz compact car in the United States, according to group research chief Thomas Weber.
Mercedes-Benz continues to avoid selling smaller in the U.S., because of fears that it might dilute the brand’s […]

Earlier this week, Nissan announced pricing for its new 2007 Versa Sedan, which went on sale December 20 at Nissan dealers nationwide. With a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Versa Sedan 1.8 S of $12,550, the sedan is priced the same as 1.8 S 6MT Hatchback model, which continues to be in […]

Last month, we brought you the first spy shots of the interior of the restyled 2008 Ford Focus. At that time Ford engineers had a cover over the center console, so we couldn’t tell what was underneath. Now, we bring you an uncovered view into the interior of the 2008 Ford Focus.
As we reported earlier, […]

Spy photographers have again caught prototypes of the 2008 Ford Focus during testing, and for the first time we get to see the car’s interior. While we still have to wait for an all-new Focus, a C1-based Focus for the U.S. isn’t expected until 2010, at least the 2008 will get an extensively revised skin, […]

The Honda REMIX small sport concept debuted today at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The REMIX concept explores styling and design of what a fun-to-drive and practical two-seat sports car could be. The REMIX concept is a ports car in shape and design, and features a wrap-around canopy adding a fighter jet-feel to the driving […]

Honda unveiled its funky Step Bus concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Purely a styling concept, the Step Bus is all about making the most of a minimal footprint.
“Following the traditional Honda theme of ‘man maximum, machine minimum,’ the Step Bus seeks to create the largest possible interior with the smallest possible exterior,” said […]

Last month, Ford quietly announced that it will end production of its Focus wagon (American version) in December of this year. Despite the increased demand for small fuel-efficient vehicles, the Focus wagon is the lowest volume model in the model line. Ford has decided to align its 2007 product offerings with customer demand and will […]

For the first time, spy photographers have caught prototypes the 2008 Ford Focus. Until now, we have only seen test mules for the refreshed Focus. While not the all-new C1 based Focus that is expected in a few years, the 2008 Focus will receive a complete reskin, and, as can be seen from the photos, […]

Despite the rumors, DaimlerChrysler has decided against using a Volkswagen platform as the basis for its forthcoming B-segment vehicle. Rumors that DaimlerChrysler would use the Polo or Jetta architecture have been around since the Hornet concept debuted earlier this year.
According to an Automobilwoche article, VW’s price for its Polo was not attractive enough for DaimlerChrysler, […]

Spy photographer Chris Doane caught snapped some images of the next Aveo hatchback. Following the recent release of the Aveo sedan, Chevrolet is preparing that car’s five-door brother.
Scheduled to be introducted in 2007 as a 2007 model vehicle, the Aveo hatch will see many of the same improvements that are seen on the sedan, including […]